August 1, 2024

Industrial hygiene – microbiological monitoring

Background:  Reliable microbiological monitoring is a key component of hygiene management in the production and quality assurance of pharmaceuticals, food and cosmetics, whereby regular checks at […]
August 1, 2024

Safety of foods containing estragole

Background:  Mandated by the European Commission, the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) is currently preparing a scientific opinion on the safety of fennel tea for sensitive […]
June 27, 2024

Analysis of cannabinoids and terpenes in cannabis products

Background:  Legally compliant, sustainable marketing of hemp products requires the control and monitoring of substances that are relevant in legal terms, particularly including Δ9-tetrahydrocannabinol (Δ9-THC) and […]
June 27, 2024

Testing and labelling allergenic fragrances

Background:  Regardless of whether they are of synthetic or natural origin, many fragrances used in cosmetics have allergenic properties. In some cases, they can cause serious […]